Logging · head to head
Coralogix vs Grafana Loki
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Coralogix no self-hosted option; cloud-only SaaS requiring use of customer's AWS, Azure, or GCP infrastructure; Grafana Loki grafana Cloud Logs Pro plan includes only 30-day retention; retention beyond 30 days requires Enterprise plan with minimum $25,000 annual commitment
- They diverge on capability: Coralogix covers Machine learning analytics, Grafana Loki covers Label-based indexing.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Coralogix and Grafana Loki actually diverge.
| Attribute | Coralogix | Grafana Loki |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | usage-based | freemium |
| Platforms | Cloud-hosted (AWS, Azure, GCP) | Self-hosted (open source), Managed (Grafana Cloud Logs), Enterprise (self-managed with support) |
| Founded | 2015 | 2014 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Logging).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Coralogix
- Machine learning analytics
- Alerts
- Distributed tracing
Only in Grafana Loki
- Label-based indexing
- LogQL language
- Cost-effective
Both cover
- Log aggregation
- API
- Webhooks
- REST
- Web support
- Api support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Coralogix
- Enterprises requiring infinite log retention across logs, metrics, and tracesnot Grafana Loki
- Organizations with cross-signal correlation needs (logs, metrics, traces unified)not Grafana Loki
Grafana Loki
- Cost-sensitive organisations deploying Kubernetes and Prometheus ecosystemsnot Coralogix
- Teams needing index-free log aggregation for high-volume environmentsnot Coralogix
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Coralogix
- No self-hosted option; cloud-only SaaS requiring use of customer's AWS, Azure, or GCP infrastructure
- Pricing is purely usage-based per GB with no flat-rate subscription option; suitable for unpredictable workloads but no cost ceiling
Grafana Loki
- Grafana Cloud Logs Pro plan includes only 30-day retention; retention beyond 30 days requires Enterprise plan with minimum $25,000 annual commitment
- Open-source version requires self-hosting all infrastructure including storage and scaling
Pricing, plan by plan
Coralogix
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Coralogix review.
Grafana Loki
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Grafana Loki review.
Which should you pick?
Choose Coralogix if
- You need machine learning analytics.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Cloud-hosted (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- You also want alerts.
Choose Grafana Loki if
- You need label-based indexing.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Self-hosted (open source), Managed (Grafana Cloud Logs), Enterprise (self-managed with support).
- You also want logql language.
Questions people ask
- Is Coralogix or Grafana Loki better?
- Neither clearly leads. Coralogix starts at Free and Grafana Loki at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Coralogix or Grafana Loki?
- Coralogix starts at Free and Grafana Loki at Free.
- Does Coralogix or Grafana Loki run on more platforms?
- Coralogix runs on Cloud-hosted (AWS, Azure, GCP). Grafana Loki runs on Self-hosted (open source), Managed (Grafana Cloud Logs), Enterprise (self-managed with support).
- Can I use Coralogix for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Coralogix best used for?
- Coralogix is most often used for enterprises requiring infinite log retention across logs, metrics, and traces, organizations with cross-signal correlation needs (logs, metrics, traces unified). Of those, enterprises requiring infinite log retention across logs, metrics, and traces and organizations with cross-signal correlation needs (logs, metrics, traces unified) are not what Grafana Loki is typically brought in for.
- What can Coralogix do that Grafana Loki cannot?
- Coralogix covers Machine learning analytics, Alerts, Distributed tracing. Grafana Loki covers Label-based indexing, LogQL language, Cost-effective. Both handle Log aggregation, API, Webhooks, REST.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Coralogix: How is Coralogix pricing structured and what are the per-unit costs?
Coralogix uses usage-based pricing with no tiered plans. All customers get identical feature access. Logs cost $0.42/GB, Traces cost $0.16/GB, Metrics cost $0.06/GB (1GB = 750 active time series), and AI costs $1.50 per 1M tokens.
SourceGrafana Loki: Is there a free tier for Grafana Cloud?
Yes, Grafana Cloud has a Free Forever plan at no cost with no registration required. The free tier is suitable for personal projects and early-stage startups.
SourceCoralogix: Is a free trial available and what does it include?
Yes, you can sign up for a free 14-day trial with no credit card required. The trial includes full feature access with a quota of 8 units.
SourceGrafana Loki: How long is data retained in Grafana's free plan?
The free tier retains metrics, logs, traces, and profiles for 14 days.
SourceCoralogix: What features are included at all pricing levels and what happens if I exceed my quota?
All accounts include 24/7 real human support, unlimited data sources, unlimited users and hosts, unlimited team members, and enterprise features like RBAC, SSO, audit trails, and compliance controls. You can pay as-you-go to exceed your daily quota up to 2X.
SourceGrafana Loki: What is the minimum cost for Grafana Enterprise?
Grafana Enterprise has a minimum annual commitment of 25,000 dollars.
SourceCoralogix: Do unused units roll over to the next billing period?
No, unused units or tokens expire at subscription term end with no rollover, refund, or credit options.
SourceGrafana Loki: Do I need a credit card to use Grafana's free tier?
No, Grafana Cloud's Free Forever plan requires no credit card to get started.
SourceGrafana Loki: How is Grafana Cloud billed?
Grafana Cloud Pro starts at 19 dollars per month with usage-based charges on top. Billing is monthly based on your consumption. Grafana offers automatic volume discounts based on your spending.
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